Thyrel TRH: Assessing Thyroid & Pituitary

Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) is a peptide hormone. It's also known as protirelin. TRH is a tripeptide made up of pyroglutamic acid, histidine, and proline. It's produced by brain neurons and acts as a hormone, neurotransmitter, and paracrine regulatory factor.

Functions of TRH

1. Stimulating the pituitary-thyroid axis
2. Neuromodulators in the autonomous nervous system
3. Integrating metabolic information
4. Driving the secretion of thyrotropin from the anterior pituitary
5. Precise Diagnostic Instrument
6. Thyroid Hormone Replacement Monitoring
7. Evaluation of Thyrotropin Suppression
8. Rapid Onset of Effects

Side Effects of Thyrel TRH

1. Dry Mouth
2. Headaches, nausea, and dizziness
3. Changes in Taste
4. Constant Urination and cramping in the stomach
5. Breast Enlargement
6. Anxiety and sweating

Mode of Administration

Thyrel TRH is administrated intravenously in a supine position. This implies that when the medication is being given, the patient should be resting flat

Adult Dosage

The standard adult dosage of Thyrel TRH is 500 µg (micrograms).